A murder investigation has been launched after an 18-year-old man died from gunshot wounds following a shooting on Great Cambridge Road in Enfield on Thursday night. Emergency services were called to the scene shortly after 8:45pm on 26 June, following reports of gunfire in the area. Officers from the Metropolitan Police and paramedics from the London Ambulance Service found the teenager critically injured. Despite immediate medical attention and transfer to a nearby hospital, the victim tragically died from his injuries. His next of kin have been informed and are being supported by specialist family liaison officers. Police Appeal & Community Support Detective Chief Superintendent Caroline Haines, borough commander for Enfield, expressed her condolences: ???I am saddened to hear that a young man lost his life last night. My thoughts are with his family and friends who will be processing this news today. We want to reassure the community that this appears to be an isolated incident and a thorough investigation is underway. An incident like this is deeply concerning, and we recognise the impact it can have on residents. Officers will remain in the area over the coming days ??? please speak to them if you have concerns.??? Investigation Update No arrests have been made at this early stage. A crime scene remains in place, with Great Cambridge Road closed while forensic and investigative work continues. Detectives from the Met???s Specialist Crime Command are leading the enquiry and have urged witnesses to come forward. Witness Appeal Police are appealing to anyone who was in the Great Cambridge Road area around 8:45pm and who may have seen or heard anything suspicious to come forward. Call 101 quoting CAD 8393/26JUNE To remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers at 0800 555 111 or online at crimestoppers-uk.org Area Impact Local traffic is being diverted, and residents can expect to see a heightened police presence as officers carry out door-to-door enquiries
Officers were called to Great Cambridge Road following reports of gunshot sounds (Picture: UKNIP)

Detectives are appealing for information about one or more gunmen on the loose after fatally shooting a teenager along a major road in north London.

Police were called to Great Enfield Road in Enfield shortly before 9pm after people called 999 reporting hearing gunshot sounds.

Paramedics who attended alongside officers treated the teenager at the scene and took him to hospital, where he received further treatment but died from his wounds.

The road remains closed while detectives carry out enquiries, with no arrests made so far.

The Met reassured the public the shooting was an ‘isolated incident’ and that there will be an ‘increased police presence’ in the area over the coming days.

Detective Chief Superintendent Caroline Haines, who leads policing in Enfield, said: ‘I am saddened to hear that a young man lost his life last night. My thoughts are with his family and friends who will be processing this news today.

‘We want to reassure the community that this appears to be an isolated incident and a thorough investigation is underway.

‘The safety of the public remains one of our highest priorities. We are working tirelessly to ensure that those responsible are held to account.

‘I would like to send my thanks to the community now, as there will be an increased police presence while we carry out enquiries over the next few days. Your patience is greatly appreciated.

‘An incident like this is deeply concerning to members of the community, and we recognise that some may feel effected. Please do approach any of our officers who are in the local area, they will be happy to provide support to you.’

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